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Sutton in Ashfield Ghost Girl

Forest Glade, Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Apparition Late 20th Century

Forest Glade in Sutton in Ashfield has a rather eerie reputation thanks to reports of a ghostly young girl. She was spotted by the owners of a textile unit back in 1985. According to the accounts, the girl was wearing Wellington boots and seemed quite determined to stay put. One member of staff who had a close encounter with the entity reported that she said 'I do not want to go' before vanishing into thin air. The whole experience must have been quite unsettling for those who witnessed it.

The history of Forest Glade as a former school is an interesting one. Although we dont know much about the specific events leading up to the haunting, its clear that the site has a strong connection to the past. The fact that multiple people reported seeing the ghostly girl suggests that she may have been a pupil at the school. The phrase 'I do not want to go' could imply that she was reluctant to leave the premises for some reason. Whatever the story behind this haunting, its clear that Forest Glade has a unique and intriguing paranormal history.

Historical Context

Former school turned industrial units

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Former School, Industrial Units
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Limited Access
Date / Era
1985
Postcode Area
NG17

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